BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN -- Brunei's Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah said at Brunei's Legislative Council on Wednesday that the technological revolution, particularly artificial intelligence, provides new opportunities to the country.

During the opening of the First Meeting of the 21st Session of the Legislative Council, the Sultan emphasized the importance of enhancing human capital development and national capabilities in the new global technological revolution. (Brunei-Technological revolution)

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KATHMANDU -- Chinese automaker BYD on Wednesday initiated a hi-tech week in the Nepali captial, showcasing the latest innovations in electric mobility and its whole brand matrix of electric vehicles (EVs).

The program brings cutting-edge technologies, industry-leading battery advancement and the next-gen EV platform. (Nepal-BYD-Hi-Tech Week)

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VIENTIANE -- Laos' Ministry of Industry and Commerce will host the Lao Wood Furniture Fair 2025 to promote the production of wooden furniture made in Laos using local materials, while gaining access to international markets.

The event, which will be held in Lao capital Vientiane from March 8 to 16, will provide an important platform for local manufacturers to showcase their products and engage with both domestic and international markets. (Laos-Wooden Furniture Fair)

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BANGKOK -- Thailand's central bank lowered its key interest rate by 25 basis points on Wednesday to better align monetary conditions with the economic and inflationary outlook while addressing increased downside risks.

The Bank of Thailand's monetary policy committee voted 6-1 to reduce the one-day repurchase rate from 2.25 percent to 2 percent, marking its first cut in four months and the lowest level since July 2023. (Thailand-Rate Policy) Enditem

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